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7 Hidden Mistakes Businesses Make With Their Defibrillators (And How to Avoid Them)

7 Hidden Mistakes Businesses Make With Their Defibrillators (And How to Avoid Them)

October 30th 2025

When it comes to having a defibrillator on-site, most businesses think they’re covered. But many are unknowingly making mistakes that could delay emergency response, damage their reputation, or worse - cost lives. Here are 7 defibrillator mistakes businesses make in 2025 (and how to avoid them)....

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Defibrillators (But Should)

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Defibrillators (But Should)

October 13th 2025

Defibrillators save lives, but most people misunderstand how they work, when to use them, or even if they’re allowed to. Let’s cut through the noise with 10 facts about AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) that everyone should know in 2025. 1. You don’t need training to use...

Do AEDs Expire? What You Need to Replace and When

Do AEDs Expire? What You Need to Replace and When

August 27th 2025

Understanding AED Expiry: What Businesses and Owners Need to Know Do AED's expire? If your organisation owns an automated external defibrillator (AED), it’s vital to understand that while the AED unit itself doesn’t technically "expire," many of its critical components do. Knowing when to replace items...